Report: Chris Coste designated for assignment

The 36-year-old catcher will write a new chapter in his long and storied career, which will begin in earnest with the Houston Astros, according to a report. In four seasons with the Phillies, the veteran catcher hit .282/.339/.440 with 23 homers, making a name for himself as a 33-year-old rookie who defied the odds and exceeded expectations by becoming a solid option for the Phils behind the plate. Recently, his chances had diminished with the addition of veteran catch-and-throw backstop...